Fresno OF Yanquiel Fernandez and Fresno RHP Brayan Castillo have been named California League Player and Pitcher of the Week for June 6 – 12.
YANQUIEL FERNANDEZ – The 19-year old from Cuba was 8-for-24 against Visalia last week, launching three home runs, including a grand slam. For the month of June, Fernandez is slashing .298/.340/.617.
BRAYAN CASTILLO – 21-year old Brayan Castillo earned his first win of the season on Friday night with six shutout innings against Visalia. Castillo gave up just one hit and on walk while striking out six. He’s tied for seventh in the California League in Opponents Batting Average (.246) and ninth in WHIP (1.38). Over 11 innings in June, Castillo has allowed just two hits and four walks while striking out 11.
